Art Show
The Art Show committee organizes a special event to showcase student artwork and celebrate creativity throughout the school. This committee helps to build students' confidence, encourages artistic expression, and brings families together to appreciate student achievements. Responsibilities include collaborating with the art teacher to plan and organize a memorable event for students and families, hanging artwork throughout the school, assembling raffle baskets, selling raffle basket tickets during student lunches, and helping the evening of the art show by setting up/selling raffle basket tickets.
Cheri Croney (Chair), Dakota Goch, Jordan Murdock, Nicole Swanger, Melanie Boozel, Krystal McIntyre, Jenn Dembroski, Lacey Wagner
Assemblies
The Assemblies committee coordinates engaging educational and enrichment programs that enhance classroom learning. These experiences inspire students, expose them to new ideas, and make learning fun and memorable. Responsibilities include identifying and coordinating several events throughout the year.
Sara Arvay (Co-Chair), Karlee Holmes (Co-Chair), Sia Fouse, Brooke Sobolak
Book Fair
The Book Fair committee plans and manages the school's book fair, giving students access to a wide variety of books and reading materials. Proceeds help support school programs while fostering a lifelong love of reading. Responsibilities include helping with set-up and tear-down and staffing the fair during the week.
Sara Arvay (Co-Chair), Cheri Croney (Co-Chair), Courtney Whalen, Krystal McIntyre, Sia Fouse, Nicole Swanger, Lacey Wagner, Kelly Lehosky, Brooke Sobolak, Dakota Goch
Books To Go
The Books to Go committee helps provide students with access to books to encourage reading both at school and at home. This program promotes literacy development and helps students build strong reading habits. Responsibilities include volunteering to assist with the weekly Friday morning sessions where children can buy or exchange books, as well as any organizational needs of the Books to Go area at the beginning and end of the school year.
Kelly Lehosky (Chair), Lauren Kunkle, Dakota Goch, Krystal McIntyre, Lacey Wagner
Field Trips
The Field Trips committee helps coordinate educational outings that connect classroom learning to real-world experiences. These opportunities enrich student learning, spark curiosity, and create lasting memories. Responsibilities include coordinating t-shirt design, ordering t-shirts, sorting t-shirts, and assisting with other event-coordinating needs.
Jenna Nemet (Chair), Sia Fouse, Jenn Dembroski, Melanie Boozell, Nicholas Boozell, Krystal McIntyre
Fundraising
The Fundraising committee plans events and campaigns that generate financial support for PTO-sponsored programs, activities, and resources. Their efforts help provide enhanced opportunities and experiences for all students. Responsibilities include planning and executing fundraisers, including identifying new ideas and sorting and distributing orders. This committee is essential in keeping our PTO strong and successful.
Alyssa Eckman (Chair), Jordan Murdock, Brianne McGuire, Krystal McIntyre, Jessica Hawk
Fourth Grade Farewell
The Fourth Grade Farewell committee plans a special celebration to honor students as they complete their final year at Kiski North. This event recognizes their accomplishments and helps create a memorable transition to the next stage of their education. This group is tasked with planning an event to send our 4th graders off in a positive way.
Lindsay Farione (Chair), Courtney Whalen, Kelly Lehosky, Lynnea Riddle, Cali Jo Huth
Health & Fitness
The Health & Fitness committee promotes healthy habits through activities, events, and wellness initiatives. Their efforts encourage students to stay active, make healthy choices, and develop lifelong wellness practices. This committee plans and oversees Fitness Fridays, Field Day, and assists with Kids of Steel.
Krystal McIntyre, Jenn Dembroski
Helping Hands
The Helping Hands committee supports school families and staff through acts of kindness, community outreach, and assistance programs. This committee strengthens the school community by ensuring everyone feels supported and connected. This group ensures that the school has sufficient volunteers for events throughout the year. Examples may include helping to staff miscellaneous events throughout the year and putting up seasonal decorations.
Dakota Goch (Chair), Karlee Holmes, Theresa Logero, Jenna Nemet, Kelly Lehosky, Angela Fetty, Sia Fouse, Jenn Dembroski, Krystal McIntyre, Jessica Hawk, Lacey Wagner, Brooke Sobolak
Read-A-Thon
The Read-a-Thon committee organizes a reading-focused fundraiser that encourages students to spend time reading while supporting the school. This program promotes literacy, builds reading enthusiasm, and helps raise funds for PTO initiatives. Responsibilities include promoting the event, tallying student minutes read, and distributing daily and event-end prizes to winning students.
Sara Arvay (Chair), Sia Fouse, Kelly Lehosky, Lauren Kunkle, Lacey Wagner, Dakota Goch
Red Ribbon Week
The Red Ribbon Week committee plans activities that promote healthy choices and drug-free lifestyles. These events help educate students about making positive decisions and reinforce a safe, healthy school environment.
Karlee Holmes (Chair), Krystal McIntyre, Sia Fouse, Lynnea Riddle
Santa's Workshop
The Santa's Workshop committee creates a fun holiday shopping experience where students can purchase affordable gifts for family and friends. This event builds excitement, encourages thoughtfulness, and helps students experience the joy of giving. Responsibilities include set-up and tear-down of the event, as well as helping to staff the event by helping students shop and wrap gifts.
Cheri Croney (Chair), Sia Fouse, Amy Ciufo, Krystal McIntyre, Lacey Wagner, Brooke Sobolak, Sara Arvay, Dakota Goch, Alyssa Eckman
Staff Appreciation
The Staff Appreciation committee coordinates events and activities to recognize and celebrate the dedication of Kiski North's teachers and staff. Their efforts boost morale and show gratitude for the positive impact educators have on students every day. Responsibilities include planning/executing appreciation events, such as Teacher Appreciation Week, where we provide our teachers and staff with daily treats and gifts to show our gratitude.
Courtney Whalen (Chair), Jordan Murdock, Ashley Kakias, Nichole Swanger, Sia Fouse, Lauren Kunkle, Jessica Hawk, Lacey Wagner
If you're interested in joining a committee, please email our executive board at kiskinorthpto@gmail.com